What do most people wear in South Africa?


What do most people wear in South Africa? South Africans are pretty conservative, so our advice would be to avoid anything too revealing. Our advice would be to keep swimwear to the beach and pool, and cover up with a kaftan or sarong when walking around public areas. A skirt or loose-fitting trousers are good in the heat and will protect you from the sun.


Is it OK to wear shorts in South Africa?

SA has no dress code to speak of. Everybody wears whatever they feel like wearing at (almost) any time. Shorts are acceptable on men and women.


Do you have to dress conservatively in South Africa?

In South Africa the dress code is generally casual (denims, t-shirts, skirts etc.)


Can you wear trainers on safari?

Do: Wear comfortable and sturdy shoes. Comfortable trail shoes, sturdy sneakers or even lightweight hiking boots are your best bet for a safari trip.


Are leggings OK on safari?

There's no need to go out and buy special pants for your safari — chinos, leggings, and shorts are all generally fine (though some experts advise against jeans because they're heavy to pack).


Is grey OK to wear on safari?

Shorts and shirts are quite comfortable on a safari especially during the day, but sometimes during the game drives and short walks in the bushes you might wish you had covered up a little more. So light weight pants in light colors like cream,khaki and Chinos or grey are good for the game drives and walks.


Do you dress up for dinner on safari?

Safaris are casual, so bringing fancy items to wear to dinner is unnecessary. Still, I like to change into something a little nicer for the evening. Because it was chilly and I was trying to avoid bug bites, I always wore long pants in the evening, typically pairing those with a long-sleeved shirt and my sweater wrap.